Ally Network

The purpose of the IU South Bend Campus Ally Network (CAN) is to help visibly affirm and support IU South Bend students, staff, faculty, administrators and alumni regardless of their sexual orientation and/or gender identity.

Ally Training

IU South Bend—CAN provides training for individuals who are interested in becoming trained allies and joining the campus-wide network. The training curriculum includes information about terminology, campus resources and policies, identity development, the role of an ally, and other topics relevant to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning individuals. The training combines direct instruction with opportunities for active participation.

Attend a Session | 2019

Session ONE, March 20-29, is an online session via Canvas.

Session TWO will be a face-to-face session that will take place on April 1, from 4-6 p.m. in Wiekamp 1015.

Please be sure to register (josacamp@iusb.edu) by March 19. Only 20 registered participants will be added to the training module.

Current Allies

Individuals displaying this logo have completed a workshop on lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender issues and have pledged to be positive, supportive, and LGBT-affirming.

The TREVOR Project

The Trevor Helpline is the only national crisis and suicide prevention helpline for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth. The Helpline is a free and confidential service that offers hope and someone to talk to, 24/7. Trained counselors listen and understand without judgment.